1929

4 to 6 feet

Mrs. Pierre S. du Pont is a luminous golden Hybrid Tea that carries the refined beauty of early 20th-century rose breeding. Bred in France by Charles Mallerin and introduced in 1928 by Henri Guillot as Madame Pierre S. du Pont, this elegant variety quickly found international admiration.

Long, pointed buds brushed in reddish gold slowly unfurl into full, cupped blooms of warm medium yellow with soft lemon undertones. As the flowers mature, their color gently lightens, giving the plant a beautifully layered look through each flush. Each bloom carries a moderate, fruity fragrance with a fresh, delicious character that makes it as pleasing up close as it is across the garden.

Blooms are borne mostly solitary or in small clusters, showcasing classic Hybrid Tea form with approximately 40 petals per flower. Mrs. Pierre S. du Pont blooms in generous flushes throughout the season, offering repeated waves of golden elegance.

The plant itself forms a short, bushy, and dense upright shrub, notable for having few prickles; a welcome trait for cutting and garden care. Large, glossy, dark green foliage provides a rich backdrop that enhances the luminous blooms.

Graceful, refined, and historically significant, Mrs. Pierre S. du Pont brings timeless sophistication to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens alike.